Governor Chibuike Amaechi Spouse(s) Dr Mina Ikuru Preceded by Tele Ikuru Name Tele Ikuru | Governor Celestine Omehia Role Nigerian Politician Preceded by Gabriel Toby Succeeded by Ipalibo Banigo | |
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Full Name Telenyem Renner Ikuru Born 24 February 1966 (age 58)
Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria ( 1966-02-24 ) Alma mater Rivers State University of Science and Technology Education Rivers State University of Science and Technology Political party Rivers State People's Democratic Party | ||
Rivers Deputy Governor defends defection
Telenyem Renner Ikuru (born 24 February 1966), commonly known as Tele Ikuru, is a Nigerian engineer and politician. He was first elected Deputy Governor in 2007 on a PDP ticket with Gov. Celestine Omehia. After the court annulled Omehia's election that year, he was picked to serve under Chibuike Amaechi and was reelected to the office in 2011.
Contents
- Rivers Deputy Governor defends defection
- Early life and education
- Career
- Personal life
- Honors and awards
- References
Ikuru was among state officials who joined the All Progressive Congress with Gov. Amaechi in 2013. He later defected back to the People's Democratic Party on 22 March 2015.
Early life and education
Tele Ikuru was born and raised in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. His family roots are originally from Andoni. A brilliant student, he performed well during his elementary and high school years. In 1992, he earned a Bachelor of Technology (B. Tech.) degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Rivers State University of Science and Technology.
Career
Tele Ikuru was a Principal Technical Assistant at the Shiroro Hydroelectric Power Station during his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme. After completing his service (which lasted a year), Ikuru worked for various investment and construction companies, then taught at Kenneth Commercial School and Allenco Comprehensive Secondary School. He also worked at the Logos Community Bank in Port Harcourt. In 1996, he got a job with the Shell Petroleum Development Company, where he worked as an Oil/Chemical Spill Clean-Up Supervisor until 1999.
Tele Ikuru served as Commissioner of Agriculture and Natural Resources from 1999 to 2003. He was moved to Housing and Urban Development as pioneer Commissioner from 2004–06. In 2007, Ikuru ran for, and was elected Deputy Governor alongside gubernatorial candidate Celestine Omehia. After their election was annulled that year, he was adopted and served two terms in office under Governor Chibuike Amaechi.
Personal life
Tele Ikuru is married to Dr Mina ikuru who is a brilliant medical practisioner in pediatrics. They are happily married with four children.
Honors and awards
Ikuru has received several awards and honors, which include: